“Right from day one losing the Blackpool friendly was a big blow to us and a couple of games we had low crowds, especially Crawley, and then with not having a home game for nearly three months it’s really testing on the finances of the club.

“We really need the community and the town to get behind us. I know it’s a big ask in January when everyone starts tightening their belt after the festive period but I’ve said all along it’s the town’s football club.

“I call upon them to get behind us because it’s an interesting time as well.

“We’re in a decent enough position after the four points on the road and hopefully we can put some points on the board in front of our home fans and get further up the table.”

Aaron McGowan is set to see a specialist about his hamstring problem and remains a few weeks away from a return.